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Friday Factoid: What’s in a Name? Millions!!!

March 26, 2015

In many cases, the value of a work of authorship can skyrocket if the work is attributed to a famous artist. For example, a painting was sold at Christie’s auction house in London in 2013 for $5,212, and the same painting was later resold in January 2015 at Sotheby’s auction house in New York for $5.2 million. Sotheby’s attributed credit for the work to a famous 19th century painter (John Constable), whereas Christie’s believed the painting was created by a follower of Constable. Sources: UPI.comIf you have any questions regarding the content of this communication, please contact Jonathan R. Wachs: jwachs@offitkurman.com | 301.575.0302. If you would like to subscribe to receive Friday Factoids® in your inbox click here.